A Relaxin' Drinkin' Kind of Day

Yesterday, we took a break from major driving and just lounged around the pool. Since we were the only ones there the whole time, it was our own private kind of spa. Definitely enjoyed the hot tub, but the pool, whirlpool and mushroom waterfall were way too cold for me.

Since there were no people, that also meant no little screaming kids. Have you ever noticed what happens when kids hit water? Instant scream!!

Caught up on my journal and read some magazines.


OUT DRINKIN'

At 3, we went back to the room here at the Ramada in Bettendorf, changed, and went bar-hopping.

First stop was at the Uptown Bar (the last time here they had NTN, but had dropped it) where they had $1 bottles from 3-5. Also, the last time there, we had participated in a live trivia game and had won.

Then west to Bleacher Bums to play NTN, but they had dropped it again, so we left. Our little plug for NTN. We always leave without purchasing anything if they have just dropped it. Kind of makes a statement. The NTN Buzztime site finder still had them listed as having it.

Then, we went to Rivals, which used to be Pluckers. They also once had NTN and have since dropped it. We'd had so much fun, we figured to go back anyway. Pints were double bubble, 2 for $2.25.

Last stop was back at the Old Chicago next to the Ramada. Always like to drink right by where I'm staying. Less chance of DUIs going home.

I usually don't like to go here as they are way too expensive on food and drink and don't have much in he way of deals on either. We got in on the last couple minutes of their happy hour and got $1 off pints and an unbelievable loaded fries for $2.99.

Played NTN quite a bit with some guys who were new to it, but having a good time. Local NTN legend ZOG, who has 32 million Players Plus Points came in later on.

We also split a three course dinner for $11. The entree was delayed for so long, the bartender was nice enough to let us eat it for free.

A Good Time Out Ioway Way. --RoadDog